Most likely you were told some important advice as a child. "Don't point" and "Don't pick your nose" are two examples that parents and grandparents are often found saying. But in some cases it really is necessary to violate this sage wisdom and just go for it. Yes, I'm putting my fingers to good use and going to point at Belgium. What? You were thinking something else. Don't lie...that's another one of those smart pieces of advice.

But this isn't about you -- it's about Belgium and what a wonderful place it is. A country full of bragging rights with its rich history and fantastic treats such as Belgian fries, beer, chocolates, beer, and of course waffles. And those are not just for breakfast anymore. They're available all the time. Antwerp and Brussels are the major towns but Ghent and Bruges seem to hold bragging rights on charm and medieval architecture. See for yourself:

Now don't you want to go? Well then put that waffle down and start figuring out what dates work for you.